The Effects of Memory Problems
This morning I wrote a lengthy blog on Psychology Today entitled “Do you have a Memory Problem?” This blog is divided into 3 parts, the understanding of memory, causes, and methods and treatments that help.
Brain Tumor Awareness: Update on my Meningioma
Just in time for Brain Tumor Awareness Month, I have a (positive) update on my own brain tumor (memingioma). In 2008 after an auto accident, I had a routine MRI. I was told I had another concussion and also had a brain tumor, meningioma, in my left frontal area of my brain. Hearing the news, I was extremely upset. Immediately, I went to the neurosurgeon who did my previous brain surgery. He said the tumor was small and would be slow growing. He also told me I would have to have a yearly MRI to keep watch of its growth.
The Meningioma in my Brain is Growing, Now What?
In October of 2013 I went for my routine annual MRI scan to assess the meningioma in my brain. There it was discovered that the meningioma has doubled in size since 2008, and is now 2 cm.
My Personal and Professional Journey Overcoming Adversity
In 1990, after my stroke from my 60 mile an hour head on auto accident and brain surgery, I was told by every doctor in New England that I was permanently brain damaged. I was unable to walk or talk, had short term memory, and was in chronic pain.
Beware of Medication That Can Affect Your Brain!
Prior to a brain injury you might occasionally have thought about what the side effects are of an over the counter medication, let alone what your doctor prescribed to help you get better. Now that you’ve had a brain injury (stroke, TBI, Parkinson, MS) or ADHD, it is extremely important to be your own advocate.